Are there lions in Kruger?

There are about 1600 lions in the Kruger, and they are fairly spread out, with almost equal amounts having been seen to the north and in the south.



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There are about 1600 lions in the Kruger, and they are fairly spread out, with almost equal amounts having been seen to the north and in the south.

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For those interested in viewing the Big Five, the Kruger National Park has an estimated 1,500 lion, 12,000 elephant, 2,500 buffalo, 1,000 leopards and 5,000 rhino (black and white).

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You could catch sight of them in bushy areas of the park, but the lion prefers to spend its day out on the grassy plains. They are not tree animals and are often spotted in the southern areas of the Kruger National Park. Safaris keep a keen lookout through the often tall grass when travelling slowly through this area.

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The biggest population of wild lions in South Africa is in the 19,623 square kilometre Kruger National Park. This is located in the northeast of the country, on the borders of Zimbabwe and Mozambique.

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Although zebras are one of the most common Kruger animals to spot throughout the park, they are primarily seen in the wide plains and vast grasslands of the southern regions.

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5 parks with the largest lion populations
  • Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
  • Serengeti National Park (Tanzania) and Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
  • Ruaha National Park (Tanzania)
  • Kruger National Park (South Africa)
  • Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Tanzania)


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That animal was none other than Casper, the White Lion of Kruger National Park. His celebrity status shot through the roof of course because he is white and that is incredibly rare.

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The best time to visit the Kruger National Park is the dry season from May to October for the best game viewing and walking safari conditions. Vegetation is low and sparse at this time of year, making animals easier to spot and track, while the permanent water sources offer a rewarding safari experience in the Kruger.

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We will then introduce you to the lions who will be longing to accompany you on your walk in the bush with them. The walk is about 2km and takes about an hour depending on what the lions see or even try to hunt. The walk is limited to 1 hour and is only done once a day.

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The African Wild Dog There are only four surviving populations remaining in Africa, one of which is in the Kruger National Park. The African wild dog is one of the most critically endangered species in the Kruger National Park. This and the fact that they are nomadic make it hard to predict their movements.

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